Knoxville woke up Friday, March 6, 2026, to a gray, damp start, with patchy fog and mist, temperatures parked in the upper 40s, and visibility around 6 miles. The gloomy early-morning vibe will not last long, though, as the city is on track to warm up sharply with afternoon highs near 81°F.
Afternoon Heat And Record Watch
Skies should turn partly sunny this afternoon, with a light southerly breeze helping push temperatures to around 81°F. That kind of March heat puts several daily record highs in play for Friday. The same warm pattern is expected to hang around into Saturday and again early next week, keeping the region in record-watch territory, according to NWS Morristown.
Stormy Weekend On Deck
Rain chances ramp up on Saturday, March 7, 2026, with showers becoming more likely from mid-morning through the evening. Showers and thunderstorms are likely Saturday night. Southwest winds could pick up to 5–15 mph with gusts around 30 mph during the afternoon and evening. The main severe concern is damaging straight-line winds in any stronger storms. Most spots are expected to see under a tenth of an inch of new rainfall, though heavier downpours are possible where stronger cells track overhead.
Commute And Outdoor Plans
As of Friday morning there are no watches or warnings posted for Knox County, but that can change quickly as the system moves in. It is a good idea to secure loose outdoor items ahead of the weekend and to allow extra time for evening travel on Saturday and Sunday if you have outdoor plans that could be affected by wet or windy weather. For the latest updates, check the forecast from NWS Morristown before you head out.
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